Windows Security Engineer - New York, United States - Levelup Hcs

Description

The ideal candidate will have a passion for keeping the Windows Desktop and Server Operating Systems secure from all Cyber threats.

This person will work closely with the Desktop Engineering, Server Engineering, Security Engineering and Operations teams to identify and implement all related security controls, policies, procedures (including security patching) and initiatives on physical, virtual and cloud platformsResponsibilities:Keep current with the latest Windows Security related technologies and proactively identify those we should considerConduct POCs, design proposed architecture, plan the implementation, and write documentation.

Serve on a team of resident experts in the Microsoft desktop operating system discipline who diligently interface with other engineering groups to ensure continued relevance of the technical solutions.

Troubleshoot security related issues escalated from Operational Engineering and recommend and develop solutions that can proactively be deployedRaise and represent change requests in Service Now and represent team in change related meetingsMandatory Technical ExperienceExpert level experience with Windows OS, registry, file system and Event logsExperienced subject matter expert with hands on experience with endpoint security technologies like Endpoint DetectionResponse (EDR), Anti-malware solutions & Data Loss PreventionMastery in log file analysis, fault isolation and diagnostic/assessment actions including root cause analysis, followed by the determination and self-directed execution of corrective actions.

In-depth understanding of operating system (OS) internals, the mechanics of OS exploits with preventive and detective controlsExperience with Group Policy and Intune security related configuration and management.

Troubleshooting and managing endpoints with IntuneExperience in investigating security incidents with ability to analyze logs to uncover details of the compromise, systems involved, threat techniques etc.

Strong troubleshooting skills in general. Especially around OS and security settings.

A good understanding of Active Directory, Group PolicyExperience with scripting:
VB Script, PowerShell, BatchFamiliarity with using MS Azure tools to create monitoring, and configuration management.

Good to have skills but not mandatoryKnowledge of Splunk search language is preferredSecurity certifications like Ethical Hacking or other specialized endpoint security certifications are preferredITIL certificationCreating documentation and presentations to represent new technologiesHardening OS and ensuring environment is consistent using MS Intune configuration managementAssist with automation provided by MS InTune to manage the environmentMCSE / MCP / MCSAEducation & Experience RequirementsExperience collaborating between Windows Desktop, Server and Information Security teams.

Driving the agreement and implementation of security mandatesExperience balancing risk to the business functions with security risksExcellent Communication skills (Written and Verbal):

o Clear and concise executive summariesHighly technical and detail oriented with peers5+ years prior experience in a Desktop Engineering role7+ years experience in working in IT services organization3 years working in a Financial Services environment5+ years of demonstrable and hands experience with endpoint security technologiesB.S in Technology or Related area (proven experience can be used as a substitute).

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